Delaney Hibbits
Arts and Entertainment Editor
Whether it is action, animation, horror or drama, movies have the power to entertain and fascinate. Throughout the years, many companies have produced different types of films with a variety of results. Some earn enough to create full trilogies while others can barely break even. This is the weekly movie flashback where we look back on the most triumphant films at the domestic box office from different years.
Let’s review the top-grossing movies from 2001.
1. The third-highest-grossing film in 2001 was: Monsters, Inc.
Monsters, Inc. is an animated film depicting a separate world where monsters exist and use children’s screams as their source of power. These monsters spend their lives believing children are deadly and could end their species entirely. However, one child slips through the door and makes the two protagonists rethink all they have been taught. With an original budget of $115,000,000, Monsters, Inc. surpassed expectations by earning $237,466,244 by the end of the year.
2. The second-highest-grossing film in 2001 was: Shrek
Earning $267,665,011 is everyone’s favorite green ogre: Shrek. The film, Shrek, tells the story of fairy tale creatures who are exiled to the swamp of the ogre. Shrek must go on a journey and save the princess in order to reclaim his land. This movie stars Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy, John Lithgow and Cameron Diaz. If you’re in the mood for some good laughs, adorable moments and animated action, this is the film for you!
3. Finally, the highest-grossing film in 2001 was: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Inspired by the first of J.K. Rowling’s most famous book series, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone shows the visual representation of a young boy discovering his wizard heritage. He is removed from his life of turmoil and introduced to a reality of magic and wonder. This is where he makes new friends who help him discover the truth about his parents who passed when he was only a baby. From its release on November 16th, 2001 to the end of the year, this film grossed $288,516,414. This is an incredible success considering the budget was only $125,000,000.
Overall, it appears that 2001 had a fascination with animation and fantasy. From monsters to fairy tales to magic, audiences loved the unique stories and characters. Each of these films has received a sequel or entire series that has been viewed by millions.
(All information comes from https://www.boxofficemojo.com/year/2001/).
